Ancient Egypt Unit Test

How did using the Nile River likely benefit the construction process of the pyramids?

• It provided an easy, natural way to move heavy stones long distances.

• It warmed the stones before they were cut.

• It made the stones softer and easier to shape.

• It helped to decorate the stones with water patterns.

How did social status and wealth affect the mummification process in ancient Egypt?

• Everyone underwent the same mummification process regardless of wealth.

• Only the ruling class was mummified, while commoners were buried unpreserved.

• Wealthier individuals could afford better mummification, while others experienced a simpler drying in the desert.

• Mummification was reserved only for priests and pharaohs.

Why is fertile soil desirable to a farmer?

• Fertile soil would make crops sick and diseased

  
  

• Fertile soil makes crops dry and withered

  
  

• Fertile soil has few nutrients for growing plants

• Fertile soil is nutrient rich, which helps crops grow better

Which of the following were rights enjoyed by Egyptian women? (Two Choices)

• owning property

• only work at home

• working as doctors

• making contracts

Which group made up the largest portion of Egypt’s population?

• Artisans

• Merchants

• Farmers

• Scribes

Why did scribes enjoy a higher social status in ancient Egypt?

• Because they were responsible for trading exotic goods.

  
  

• Because only a few people could read and write, which kept important records.

  
  

• Because they were the wealthiest people.

  
  

• Because they were in charge of building the pyramids.

  
  

Why did the pharaoh need help in running the government?

• Because the pharaoh only focused on building monuments.

  
  

• Because the pharaoh did not trust any government officials.

  
  

• Because the pharaoh wanted to share power equally

  
  

• Because the pharaoh was too busy to be everywhere at once.

  
  

How did military conquests help Egypt’s economy?

• They had no effect on the economy

  
  

• They forced the Egyptians to abandon farming

  
  

• Conquered kingdoms sent gifts and riches to the Egyptian leaders

  
  

• They reduced the amount of trade

  
  

Which of the following items did Egyptians receive through trade? (Three Choices)

• wood

• gold

• silk

• spice

• ivory

How did the Nile River help the Egyptians in trade?

• It isolated Egypt from other regions

  
  

• It allowed them to travel and trade with nearby civilizations

  
  

• It stopped trade from happening

  
  

• It made the land too wet for any trade